Judge up for fifth term on Clark County bench

Eighth Judicial District Court Judge Michelle Leavitt is seeking a fifth term on the bench, as she faces a challenge from Clark County public defender Dan Gillium. Leavitt has retained the Department 12 seat for more than two decades after first being appointed by former Gov. Kenny Guinn in 2002. Before that, Leavitt was appointed […]

By: Jeniffer Solis

Outlets: Nevada Current

Published: October 5, 2026

Words: 837

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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Eighth Judicial District Court Judge Michelle Leavitt is seeking a fifth term on the bench, as she faces a challenge from Clark County public defender Dan Gillium.

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Leavitt has retained the Department 12 seat for more than two decades after first being appointed by former Gov. …

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